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FEATURES

Fuel Gauge: 

Indicates gas level.

Spark Plug Boot (Wire):

 Must be removed 

when servicing the engine or the spark plug. 

CARB Canister: 

Required for models sold into 

and used in California.

Muffler and Spark Arrester:

 Avoid contact 

until engine is cooled down. Spark arrestor 

prevents sparks from exiting the muffler. It must 

be removed for servicing.

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Summary of Contents for HYBRID DUAL FUEL R12000DF

Page 1: ...R12000DF Dual Fuel OPEN FRAME Generator GASOLINE 9500 Running Watts 12000 Peak Watts PROPANE 8550 Running Watts 10800 Peak Watts...

Page 2: ...se you and others to be seriously hurt or killed Model Number Running Watts Peak Watts Gasoline Tank Size G Rated Speed RPM Ignition Type Spark plug Engine Disp cc Stroke X Bore Oil Capacity qt Oil Ty...

Page 3: ...register your generator you will need to locate the following information RAINIER PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM PERSONAL INFORMATION GENERATOR INFORMATION First Name _____________________________________...

Page 4: ...cation Selection 13 Grounding the Generator 13 High Altitude Operation Conversion Kits 13 Power Cord 14 Engine Fluids and Fuel 15 Adding Gasoline to the Fuel Tank 15 Connecting LPG Tank 16 Starting th...

Page 5: ...NGER Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CA...

Page 6: ...ap with the engine running Never refuel the generator while the engine is running Always turn engine off and allow the generator to cool before refueling Only fill fuel tank with gasoline Keep sparks...

Page 7: ...sive and flammable Explosions and fire can cause severe burns or death Gasoline and gasoline vapor Gas Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive Gas expands and contracts with different temperatures...

Page 8: ...e wheel kit is designed for use on this generator only INSTALLING FEET TO FRAME 1 Place generator on a flat surface 2 Place a piece of cardboard or other soft material to tip the generator onto to pro...

Page 9: ...when connecting battery cables ALWAYS disconnect the negative battery cable black boot first when disconnecting battery cables NEVER connect the negative battery cable black boot to the positive post...

Page 10: ...t breakers and outlets Battery Included for electric start models Oil Fill Plug Dipstick Must be removed to add and check oil FEATURES Oil Drain Plug Must be removed to drain engine oil Propane Hook U...

Page 11: ...ervicing the engine or the spark plug CARB Canister Required for models sold into and used in California Muffler and Spark Arrester Avoid contact until engine is cooled down Spark arrestor prevents sp...

Page 12: ...tor Switch Select and turn on gas or propane Electric Start Switch Hold in Start position to start generator Switch to STOP to stop the engine Data Center The VFT Meter is an LED display that will rot...

Page 13: ...electrical shock due to faulty appliances High Altitude Operation Engine power is reduced the higher you operate above sea level Output will be reduced approximately 3 5 for every 1000ft of increased...

Page 14: ...the responsibility of the user only This table is intended for reference only The results produced by using this table are not guaranteed to be correct or applicable in all situations as the type and...

Page 15: ...ing the first five hours of operating the generator make sure to not exceed 50 of the rated running watts until the unit is broken in properly Make sure to vary to load occasionally to allow stator wi...

Page 16: ...e propane tank and disconnect LPG hose when not in use OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR REVIEW SAFETY SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 5 Before attempting to start the gen...

Page 17: ...ce for start up FOR GASOLINE a Move the fuel shut off valve to the ON position ON OFF b Turn fuel selector knob to GASOLINE Fuel Shut Off ON Fuel Selector GASOLINE FOR LPG PROPANE a Make sure the LPG...

Page 18: ...the engine is hot can cause extremely hot oil to spray out of the crankcase and can severely burn skin Allow engine oil to cool for several minutes before removing the oil fill plug dipstick Always p...

Page 19: ...Change Cooling Features Check Clean Air Filter Check Clean Replace Spark Plug Check Clean Replace Spark Arrestor Check Clean Service more frequently if operating in dry and dusty conditions TABLE 2 M...

Page 20: ...ize 4 With a damp rag clean around the oil fill plug dipstick 5 Remove oil fill plug dipstick Oil Fill Plug Dipstick 6 Check oil level When checking the engine oil remove the oil fill plug dipstick an...

Page 21: ...on facility AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE WARNING Never use gasoline or other flammable solvents to clean the air filter Use only household detergent soap to clean the air filter Cleaning the Air Filter The...

Page 22: ...plug boot by firmly pulling the plastic spark plug boot handle directly away from the engine NOTICE Never apply any side load or move the spark plug laterally when removing the spark plug Applying a...

Page 23: ...e Switch is switched to STOP so the generator does not draw power from battery 2 Clean the generator as outlined in Cleaning the Generator 3 Drain all gasoline from the fuel tank as best as possible 4...

Page 24: ...ck for overload condition 2 The power cord s plug connector is not fully engaged in the generator s outlet 2 Verify plug connector is firmly engaged in the generator s outlet 3 Faulty or defective pow...

Page 25: ...buretor dispersing after operation 3 Normal no remedy is needed Poor performance or engine stalling on propane 1 Propane fuel line kinked or crushed 1 Inspect propane fuel line and remove kinks or oth...

Page 26: ...ou must at your expense deliver or ship your Rainier generator to an Rainier Outdoor Power Equipment Authorized Service Dealer for warranty repairs which must occur within the applicable warranty peri...

Page 27: ...rtime holiday or emergency labor Starting battery fuses light bulbs and engine fluids DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES This limited warranty is in lieu of all other expressed or implied warranties inc...

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